About Ach-an-Eas (Care Home)
Ach-an-Eas is a care home for older people located in Inverness, in the Highland council area. Operated by NHS Highland, the home provides 24 beds and has been rated Good (4 out of 6) by the Care Inspectorate, Scotland's independent care regulator, at its most recent inspection in January 2026.
The home supports residents with a wide range of needs, including dementia, frailty, physical disability or illness, visual impairment, learning difficulties, and mental health conditions. Ach-an-Eas also provides palliative and end of life care, ensuring that residents receive compassionate, person-centred support during all stages of later life.
With 24 beds and a broad range of specialisms, Ach-an-Eas offers a comprehensive level of care for older people in the Inverness area. Its NHS Highland operation brings the backing of a well-established health and care organisation to residents and their families.
Care Inspectorate Grades
Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).
Care & Support Provided
Location
21 Island Bank Road, Inverness, IV2 4QN
5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit
When visiting Ach-an-Eas (Care Home), consider asking...
- 1.What happens if my relative's care needs increase significantly -- will they have to move?
- 2.How do you handle concerns or complaints from families?
- 3.What does the monthly fee cover and what will cost extra?
- 4.How do you keep families informed about their relative's day-to-day wellbeing?
- 5.What happens if my relative is unhappy here?
5 Things to Look For on Your Visit
When you visit Ach-an-Eas (Care Home), look out for...
- 1.Do staff greet residents by name and stop to chat?
- 2.Are residents dressed, up and occupied, or sitting alone in front of a TV?
- 3.Does the home smell fresh and feel clean without being clinical?
- 4.Do residents look comfortable and at ease, or anxious and withdrawn?
- 5.Does the manager answer your questions openly or deflect?
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